Saturday, December 15, 2012

Tuxedos vs. Suits. 

 What's the difference?  It's all about the satin.  Traditionally tuxedos have full satin lapels, satin button covers and satin stripes on the pants.  Can I rent a suit instead of a tuxedo for a wedding?  With today's changing style/fit trends, tuxedos are beginning to look more like suits and less like tuxes such as narrower lapels with less satin, pants without satin stripes, lighter fabrics and a slimmer more modern fit and look.  As to whether or not you should rent a tuxedo or a suit for a wedding, it really depends on the setting.  If you are going for a formal or semi-formal wedding, you will definitely want to do a classic tux or a more modern tux.  If you have a destination wedding or a casual wedding, then suits are certainly acceptable.  

Shown here are "brother" looks: the  Perry Ellis Madison Tuxedo and the Perry Ellis Madison Suit.  Both are great rental options!


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